Preseason begins

Our XC teams reported to campus today on a day where it finally felt like summer in Poughkeepsie. It has been a cooler than normal August lately. Thanks to the Wonders of Social Media, the first day of preseason is not nearly as daunting for our new team members. The new crop of freshmen have been communicating all summer long and they have already formed bonds. We all had a good laugh when two of our freshmen men (who will remain unnamed) already got themselves locked out of their temporary dorm room in Champagnat. They were a little late to dinner, but they got there.

While we're on the subject of dinner ... this old coach had his first meal in the Dining Hall. And, despite the howling protests of past team members and loyal blog followers who may think otherwise, I am here to tell you that the cafeteria is wonderful! Great food, nice spread, fresh coffee, all you can eat ... are you kidding me? This is like a dream! Can't wait for our next meal in there, lunch on Thursday.

Speaking of Thursday ... our men's team will travel to Mills Mansion for our annual hill workout to start to the season. Summer is over; time to get to work as a unit.